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Automatic bollard repairs in Dorset
Auto bollard repairs across Dorset: visit price confirmed in writing, then a clear report and a fixed price for anything further.
Computer-generated imageAuto bollard repairs in Dorset
Paid repair visits for rising bollards: hydraulics, motors, controllers, loops, flooded pits and heads damaged by vehicles. We cover Dorset — Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch.
Highway authorities for local roads in Dorset: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council.
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Guide prices in Dorset
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £145–£1,145 + VAT | Diagnostic visit and minor fault fix |
| Upgraded | £855–£1,845 + VAT | Component repair: loop, controller or photocell |
| Premium | £1,545–£2,495 + VAT | Major part: hydraulic unit, ram or bollard head |
Per repair, from a diagnostic visit to a replacement hydraulic unit or head; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the visit price is confirmed in writing first.
Local authorities across Dorset
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council |
| Poole | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council |
| Weymouth | Dorset Council | Dorset Council |
| Christchurch | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council |
Rules for auto bollard repairs in England
Bollards on adopted highway are a matter for the highway authority under the Highways Act 1980, so they need its written agreement. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Rising bollards should fail safe, never rise beneath a vehicle, carry clear signs and give the emergency services an override.
Details and sources: bollard rules in England.
How installation works
Describe the fault
Tell us what the bollard is doing, any lights or messages on the controller, recent weather or roadworks, and send photographs of the bollard, pit and controller.
Agree the visit price
We confirm the cost of the diagnostic and repair visit in writing. Nothing is done until you have agreed it.
Quote and repair
Simple faults within the visit are fixed on the day. Where parts or further work are needed, we quote them in writing and complete the repair once approved.
Test and report
After the repair, every safety device and access input is tested with vehicles, and you receive a written report of the fault, cause and work done.
Auto bollard repairs in Dorset: FAQs
Do you cover all of Dorset for auto bollard repairs?
Yes — including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do auto bollard repairs cost in Dorset?
In Dorset, typically £145–£2,495 per repair, from a diagnostic visit to a replacement hydraulic unit or head, plus VAT, using our South West guide prices. We confirm the visit price in writing before attending.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Dorset?
For local roads, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council; National Highways covers motorways and trunk roads. Bollards on adopted highway need the highway authority's written agreement.
Our automatic bollard is stuck up: what should we do now?
Keep vehicles and people clear and do not try to force it. If you have a manual release key and know the procedure, you can lower it; otherwise cone it off. Then contact us with photographs and a description so we can price the visit.
Can you repair automatic bollards you did not install?
Yes, for common makes of hydraulic and electro-mechanical bollard. Some parts are proprietary and sourced through the manufacturer or distributor. Make and model details help us prepare.